Daily editionFriday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
Business
Four Winds International Market in Pensacola, located at 6895 N. Ninth Ave., is now owned by Devin and Jill Spencer who have updated the store by focusing on clean ingredients and new made-to-order meals + monthly wine tastings.
The Spencers plan to expand the market to more Gulf Coast locations while preserving its decades-long tradition.
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Culture
H&O Cafe, a long-loved soul food diner in Pensacola, closed temporarily after a kitchen fire and is set to reopen in December.
The restaurant is known for its all-day breakfast service and deep roots in local history.
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Education
Healthy Schools Escambia will expand free on-campus medical, dental, optometry care, tutoring and mental health services to about 900 students at Brentwood Elementary and West Pensacola Elementary starting Nov. 1—each school’s services will be tailored to its unique needs by community partners. The initiative, which already serves other local schools, is funded by the Children’s Trust and United Way partners to support students’ well-being and academic success.
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Environment
AccuWeather revised its forecast on Sept. 11, saying the Atlantic hurricane season could bring 13 to 16 named storms, 6 to 9 hurricanes, and the same numbers for major hurricanes and direct U.S. impacts.
Florida is at higher risk for impacts — experts warn warm Gulf waters could lead to rapid storm intensification if conditions are right.
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Government
Former Congressman Adam Putnam recalled his 9/11 experience aboard Air Force One as the plane flew low over Pensacola+ it lacked satellite links so it relied on local TV signals to track events and he interpreted President Bush’s remarks as key to the crisis response.
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Health
Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola is now using a gamma knife—called the Esprit Model—to treat patients with trigeminal neuralgia, a condition that causes severe facial pain and often forces patients to travel from far away for relief, with many reporting fast improvement the next day.
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Today, Baptist Health Care Foundation received a $47,440 donation from Scottish Rite Foundation of Florida to support speech and hearing services for uninsured children.
The foundation has received a total of $950,000 from Scottish Rite over 27 years.
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A new emergency room residency program has been announced at Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola in partnership with the FSU College of Medicine to address Florida's doctor shortage.
The program will begin July 1 with 15 residents and will add 15 more each year until reaching 45—strengthening emergency care in the community.
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Sports
Today, the Blue Wahoos kick off their final 2025 season with a Chappie James bobblehead night at a 6:05 p.m. game as family members of the honored Pensacola native are recognized (a nod to his Air Force trailblazer legacy).
On Saturday, the team will host a Blue Angels event and Sunday wraps up with Princess Day and a field baptism ceremony.
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Pensacola Events
Black Jacket Symphony - The Era of Yacht Rock
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 · 6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic albums live with the Black Jacket Symphony’s Yacht Rock tribute.
Gary Allan Concert
Thursday, September 18th, 2025 · 6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating blend of country roots and rock and roll from Gary Allan.
Gulf Coast Summer Fest
Saturday, September 20th, 2025 · 1-2:30 p.m. — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — Ticket required — Experience the sensational guitar stylings of Blake Aaron, a contemporary jazz gem.
Mariachi Herencia De Mexico Concert
Sunday, September 21st, 2025 · 6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of traditional mariachi music rooted in Mexican culture.
Rose Bud Ramblers Concert
Friday, September 26th, 2025 · 8 PM – 12 AM — Moonshine Saloon — Ticketed event — Enjoy the heartfelt sounds of traditional country and honky-tonk music from the Rose Bud Ramblers.
Pensacola Oktoberfest 2025
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 · 4-10 p.m. — Garden & Grain — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, food, and live music at the ultimate bar crawl experience.
Pensacola Seafood Festival
Sunday, September 28th, 2025 · 5-11 PM — Seville Square — Free entry — Savor delicious seafood and enjoy live music in historic downtown Pensacola.
Lauren Mascitti at the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival 2025
Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Pensacola Beach — Ticket info TBD — Celebrate the expansion of the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival with live performances from talented artists.
Blippi: Join the Band Tour
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 · 5-6:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets available — Make music with Blippi and friends in a lively live performance for kids.
JAMES ADKINS: RadioLive Performance
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025 · 12-4 p.m. — Radio Live! — Free entry — Experience an intimate live performance in a cozy downtown venue with exceptional acoustics.